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by Anne Zieger, FierceHealthcare
As any web user knows, there are thousands of healthcare bloggers out there. But of course, all blogs are not made equal. Some offer that soupcon of personality, great insider insights or just the ability to make us laugh at ourselves in a way few of their peers do. And those are the blogs (and tweets) worth putting on your must-read list.
We've compiled a list of nine of our favorite healthcare bloggers and tweeters, a diverse mix with a wide range of information and commentary to share. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do. Start the slideshow
Safety TipHospital facilities built today do not include asbestos, but many older buildings still have asbestos components in them. Steam pipes, boilers and furnace ducts were often insulated with an asbestos blanket or asbestos paper tape because of their fireproof and insulating properties. Resilient floor tiles were made from vinyl asbestos. Asbestos cement was employed in roofing, shingles and siding materials. The hazard of this carcinogen increases when the fibers become airborne, and untrained contractors can inadvertently increase risks by cutting, tearing, sawing, scraping, or sanding asbestos materials. Elevated asbestos levels can occur in hospitals where old materials are damaged or disturbed. It is best to leave undamaged asbestos material alone if it is not likely to be disturbed. Inhaling asbestos fibers is known to cause mesothelioma and other diseases. Be sure to use an experienced asbestos removal contractor when you need to get rid of old materials that might contain asbestos. |